2023 Château Duhart-Milon Le Blanc de Duhart-Milon

Duhart-Milon is one of the most prestigious châteaux in the Pauillac appellation. In 1855, the château was included in the famous classification of Médoc wines. The château is now part of the Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) group. The history of Château Duhart Milon goes back to the early 18th century, when the owner of Château Lafite, Marquis Nicolas-Alexandre de Ségur, used the wines of Milon as his 'second wine'. Around 1840, the château, which was now called Duhart-Milon, already owned 40 hectares of vineyards of the highest quality. After a difficult period in the middle of the last century, Duhart-Milon became the property of the Rothschild family. A new period of great prosperity began.

Duhart-Milon Rothschild Bordeaux Blanc or Le Blanc de Duhart-Milon is produced on plots on the eastern side of the estate, towards Anseillan, where neighbouring plots of Lafite and Duhart are also used for red wine.

Thanks to a careful selection of Sauvignon and Sémillon clones, the grape varieties are optimally attuned to the character of the soil. The proximity of the Gironde estuary and the geological diversity – with soils from both the Massif Central and the Pyrenees – provide exceptional conditions for wine growing in Pauillac, north of Bordeaux.

The grapes are hand-picked into small crates and carefully sorted. After a cold pressing, the must is fermented in French oak barrels made by the Tonnellerie des Domaines in Pauillac – the same one that makes the barrels for Château Rieussec. The proportion of new wood is adjusted annually, but never exceeds 60%. The wine is then aged for about 8 months on the fine lees in these barrels. This method gives Le Blanc de Duhart-Milon its ageing potential without losing its freshness. The 2023 is a blend of 63% Sémillon, 37% Sauvignon Blanc.

The colour of Le Blanc de Duhart-Milon is pale gold with deep yellow reflections. The nose is initially closed, but opens up with aromas of acacia blossom and citrus, subtly supported by elegant toasted notes. Hints of flint add a mineral dimension. On the palate, the wine starts with a striking freshness, then gains in volume and depth. Lychee, grapefruit and white peach come to the fore, framed by a subtle touch of wood. The finish is long and refined, with delicate bitter notes that provide balance and elegance.

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1. Baked cod with lemon butter and steamed broccoli
The lemon butter reflects the fresh acids in the wine, while the mild flavour of the cod beautifully brings out the subtle use of wood and the structure of the wine.

2. Grilled chicken fillet with tarragon cream sauce and potatoes
The creamy sauce bridges the roundness of the wine, while tarragon and chicken enhance the floral and spicy notes in the wine.

3. Salad with goat cheese, green apple and walnuts
The combination of freshness, soft acidity and texture in this dish complements the lively style of the wine. The apple underlines the citrus character and the walnuts add depth.

4. Tagliatelle with fennel, lemon zest and grated Parmesan
Fennel and lemon bring out the wine's fresh, mineral profile, while Parmesan provides umami that rounds it out.

5. Langoustine with cauliflower cream and a hint of vanilla
The soft texture of the langoustine perfectly complements the elegance of the wine, while cauliflower and a subtle vanilla note emphasise the refined wood influence.

6. Veal tartare with capers, citrus peel and tarragon oil
A light, fresh preparation where the citrus aromas and herbs in the dish enhance the fruity and floral profile of the wine. The structure of the veal matches the mouthfeel of the wine.